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Dr. Neala Hunter, MD

Dr. Neala Hunter, MD

Newport Beach, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hunter, Cardiologist in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Neala Hunter, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hunter graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiac Electrophysiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hunter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hunter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hunter’s office at (949) 548-9611.

    Where did Dr. Hunter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiac Electrophysiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of California Irvine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hunter board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Neala Hunter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hunter speak?

    Dr. Hunter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hunter treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hunter diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hunter. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter

    Also known as:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Hunter perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Neala Hunter may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hunter's office.

    Does Dr. Hunter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hunter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 548-9611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hunter accept in Newport Beach, CA?

    Dr. Hunter in Newport Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Hunter's office located?

    Dr. Neala Hunter's Primary Practice

    415 Old Newport Blvd Ste 200

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

    (949) 548-9611

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    Dr. Neala Hunter's Practice 2

    1 Hoag Dr

    Newport Beach, CA 92663

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    What is Dr. Hunter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hunter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952390395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hunter?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hunter

    What is Dr. Neala Hunter's specialty?

    Dr. Hunter is a Cardiologist near Newport Beach, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Hunter to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neala Hunter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hunter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Neala Hunter accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Neala Hunter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neala Hunter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (949) 548-9611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neala Hunter?

    Please contact Dr. Hunter's office at (949) 548-9611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neala Hunter have?

    Dr. Neala Hunter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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